School Nurse

School Nurse

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. The Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired (ISBVI) is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence and best practices in educating children and young adults who are blind or have low vision. The School is a critical resource for Indiana's children who are blind or have low vision and the teachers, parents, and caregivers who work with them. Every year, we educate hundreds of children and young adults ranging from 3 to 22 years old and living in all parts of Indiana, many of whom, due to severe or multiple disabilities, other schools in the state have difficulty serving or cannot serve.

The School Nurse provides health assistance to residential and non-residential students who are on campus for educational programming and supportive services. You will assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. You must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Indiana or be eligible to apply for RN licensure. Salary is commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life:

• Program Administration Support: Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients/ Make care assignments and assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff. Direct support staff to coordinate workflow and communicate problems to unit supervisors. Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Provide orientation and support to staff on the unit.
• Program Management Support: Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of individuals' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge to inform care decisions. Administer medications and treatments according to facility policies and procedures. Develop and implement nursing care plans for diagnosis or treatment plan changes to adapt to evolving needs. Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff. Educate individuals and family members regarding medication, procedures, and treatment goals and objectives. Respond and intervene in emergency situations and with agitated individuals to maintain safety and therapeutic environment. Ensure proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit to protect staff and individuals.

What You'll Need for Success:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
• Active Registered Nurse License in the State of Indiana.
• Must hold and maintain CPR certification.
• Must stay current with behavioral intervention training applicable to the assigned setting.
• Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to support individuals with behavioral or emotional needs.
• Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
• Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana include a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, wellness rewards, health savings account, deferred compensation, pension plans, leave policies, paid holidays, education reimbursement, group life insurance, referral bonus program, employee assistance program, free parking, LinkedIn Learning access, and equal employment opportunity.